Newsletter January 9, 2025
A Note from Christi 🚀
Happy New Year, amazing entrepreneurs!
As we kick off 2025, we have big plans ahead for Automation on a Mission! But as always, I’m excited to share some amazing resources, in our newsletter to inspire and help you work smarter not harder! New Years Resolutions? Power Words? Intentions? Nope...just some good old fashion tips and tricks that stand the test of time. Take a look as we spotlight a client who’s changing lives with naturopathic healing, and offer tips to keep your business safe in the year ahead and some goofy snaps of our time away.
Let's dig in, shall we...
Tip of the week 💡
Eliminate Unnecessary Risks in Your Business This Year
As you map out your goals for the new year, it’s the perfect time to evaluate where you might be taking on unnecessary risks in your business. Not all risks lead to rewards, and the key to sustainable growth is knowing which ones are worth taking.
Start by identifying areas where you might be winging it – like not having clear contracts (we also had to make this priority number uno as 2024 came to a close), relying on verbal agreements, or skipping regular financial reviews. These “small” risks can snowball into big headaches if left unchecked. Instead, tighten up your processes, prioritize legal and financial safeguards, and make sure your systems can handle the big growth you’re aiming for in 2025.
The goal isn’t to play it safe but to take risks intentionally – the kind that align with your vision and have a real chance of paying off. By eliminating the unnecessary ones, you’ll free up time, energy, and resources to focus on scaling your business with confidence and clarity.
Let’s make 2025 the year of smart decisions and bold moves!
Client Spotlight 🌟
Meet Dr. Elizabeth Taddiken, CEO of Hawthorn Healing Center
It is my honor to introduce Dr. Elizabeth Taddiken this week! She is the kind of person who instantly makes you feel safe, seen, and supported, and I have loved working with her.
As a naturopathic physician and founder of Hawthorn Healing Center, her warmth shines through in everything she does. Elizabeth specializes in holistic care for women, helping them navigate hormonal imbalances, metabolic health, and the transitions of perimenopause with a balance of natural therapies and modern medicine. Her approach is always compassionate, empowering, and grounded in her belief in the body’s ability to heal.
Her Generational Wellness Program expands on this mission, offering women a space to reclaim their vitality while building a foundation of health for their families. Through personalized care plans, group coaching, and educational tools, Elizabeth equips her clients with the knowledge and strategies to create lasting wellness across generations. Her work is infused with a deep understanding of the challenges women face and a commitment to helping them thrive.
Elizabeth’s care extends beyond treatment plans; she creates a haven for her patients, rooted in kindness and trust. Her personal journey, global experiences, and passion for natural remedies inform her holistic approach. Whether addressing immediate health concerns or promoting lifelong resilience, she meets her patients where they are and partners with them every step of the way.
Through her work at the Hawthorn Healing Center and Generational Wellness, Elizabeth embodies the essence of healing as a nurturing, empowering journey. Her dedication and heartfelt care leave a lasting impact on everyone she touches, reminding us all to prioritize our health and embrace the beauty of well-being.
Stuff we are loving 🤝
The 5Am Club By Robin Sharma
First, you should know that I'm a morning person. For reals, when I wake up, I whisper to the dogs, "Seize the day!". I have to be quiet because I'm married to a not morning person.
So, when I started reading The 5AM Club by Robin Sharma, I knew we were speaking the same language! If you’re looking to make the most of your day (and your life), this book is worth a look.
Now, I'm of the mindset that the early hours are golden time—it's when my ideas flow, my focus is sharp, and I feel most connected to my goals. The 5AM Club really builds on this same idea: leveraging your mornings to grow, reflect, and set the tone for the day.
While I haven’t finished it yet, I'm learning that it's packed with practical ways to create a morning routine that drives creativity, clarity, and purpose. So, while many many mornings I get up and go work out (after 30 minutes of mindless scrolling), I've started to incorporate morning readings into the day, before I exercise and while my body is still waking up. That one tweak really feels like I'm up-leveling the best time of day!
Curious? Try waking up 30 minutes earlier for a week and spend that time doing something that energizes you. Small shifts can lead to big changes.
If you’ve read The 5AM Club, let me know what you think! If not, maybe it’s time to give it a try.
Here’s to mornings that matter!
Free Resource for you📚
Recently I had an opportunity to connect with an awesome lead generation expert, Tracy Beavers. I love how the world connects like-minded souls, and I tell you, we could have chatted for hours!
So, today I want to share not one, but two free resources for you. First is her Facebook Group, BE A CONFIDENT ENTREPRENEUR: Get Visible + Grow Your Email List & Income. Tracy's Facebook group is full of really amazing value. Want to learn how to grow your list? Want to get off the hamster wheel of lead generation woes? Tracy has some great insights, and her group is free to join by clicking here.
Keeping it Real 💜
Woah! It's 2025, y'all! Happy New Year! I hope the holidays were restful and full of time spent doing the things you love! While we have ambitions of being reliable and consistent with our communications, I'll be honest—December always seems to be a bit of a blur. It's a busy time for our clients, which makes it a busy time for us!
Every year, I reward myself with two weeks off at the end of the year. Many years ago, I found that most of my clients took time off during the holidays, so holding my calendar open proved unnecessary. Now, I’ve come to look forward to having days where I have no idea what day it is!
Annika and I had the opportunity to travel from Denver, Colorado, to South Carolina and up to Maryland with three dogs in tow. We waved a quick hello to Roanoke, VA, as we drove by and put more than 3,000 miles on my Subaru. Our time with family was short but glorious!
Yet the cherry on top of our trip was the grand opportunity we had to meet Amber and her partner Dom in Kansas City! For those of you who work with remote teams, the miles don't change the bonds you create with people you spend so much time with and build so much trust and admiration. I was so grateful that Amber and Dom made time for us and even showed us the best fried chicken in Kansas City!
As I rolled into the start of this new year, for the first time, I wasn't bombarded with meetings, fires, and deadlines. Having a team has truly changed the business and the work I/we do!
Here's to making 2025 the best year yet!!! Let's do this thing!!!
Stay awesome,
Christi Stafford
Founder & CEO
Automation on a Mission
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www.automationonamission.com
Amber Smith
Operations & Member Success
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www.automationonamission.com
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